Background: Ankyloglossia is an anatomical alteration of the frenulum length, volume, compactness, and insertion. It can lead to alterations in the ability to swallow and chewing, and dysfunctional coordination amongst cranio-facial muscles; these ...
Gian Luca Sfasciotti +5 more
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A review of the genus Megalographa Lafontaine and Poole (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae: Plusiinae) with the description of a new species from Costa Rica [PDF]
The classification of the genus Megalographa Lafontaine and Poole, 1991, is reviewed and the five known species diagnosed. The genus is essentially restricted to the New World, although one species M.
Lafontaine, J. Donald +1 more
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Abstract Background To assess clinical and anatomical risk indicators for mid‐buccal gingival recessions (GRs) in the mandibular anterior region using digital and tomographic tools. Methods A cross‐sectional study was conducted on 103 patients (618 teeth).
Gonzalo Blasi +5 more
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Timing of Treatment for Patients with Hypertrophic Maxillary Labial Frena
Background/Objectives: The maxillary labial frenum (MLF) is a connective tissue structure attaching the upper lip to the maxillary alveolar process. Its morphology varies significantly among individuals and is often most prominent during early childhood.
Veronica Lexa Marr +3 more
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The Prevalence of Oral and Dental Anomalies in Children with Developmental Disturbances [PDF]
Raširenost oro-dentalnih anomalija analizirana je u djece sa smetnjama u razvoju. Ispitivanje je provedeno na uzorku od 606 djece u dobi od 5 do 20 godina koji se sastoji od 303 djeteta sa smetnjama u razvoju (SR) i 303 zdrave djece (K). Skupinu djece sa
Domagoj Glavina +3 more
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Penile vibratory stimulation in the recovery of urinary continence and erectile function after nerve‐sparing radical prostatectomy: a randomized, controlled trial [PDF]
Peer Reviewedhttp://deepblue.lib.umich.edu/bitstream/2027.42/107551/1/bju12501 ...
Aydogdu +34 more
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Implications of the Tongue's Anatomy and Biomechanics for Breastfeeding
ABSTRACT Aim The human tongue is a major player for breathing, swallowing, sucking, chewing and speech. Breastfeeding is the initial training for its subsequent tasks. Thus, we aimed to explore the tongue's anatomy and biomechanics with conclusions on breastfeeding, essential for healthy development.
Márta Guóth‐Gumberger +4 more
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Atmospheric Plasma Lingual Frenectomy Followed by Post Operative Tongue Exercises: A Case Series
The lingual frenulum is a submucosal component significantly involved in the mobility of the tongue. In the case of short lingual frenulum, different surgical approaches have been proposed.
Antonio Scarano +5 more
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Androgen and estrogen receptor expression in the developing human penis and clitoris. [PDF]
To better understand how the human fetal penis and clitoris grows and remodels, we undertook an investigation to define active areas of cellular proliferation and programmed cell death spatially and temporally during development of human fetal external ...
Baskin, Laurence +6 more
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ABSTRACT Objectives This study aimed to investigate the relationship between functional independence, oral hygiene habits and periodontal status in patients with Down syndrome (DS). Methods A cross‐sectional observational study was conducted with 49 patients with Down Syndrome. Sociodemographic data, oral hygiene habits and functional independence were
Joana Albuquerque Bastos de Sousa +6 more
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